Chrysler Group LLC is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram ProMaster vehicles manufactured
— Recall Campaign #14V032000
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram ProMaster vehicles manufactured July 1, 2013, through December 10, 2013. In the affected vehicles, if the accelerator pedal is pushed downward at a certain angle, the pedal may get stuck in the wide open throttle position due to interference with the accelerator pedal stopper.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 7,935 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V032000
| Manufacturer: | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 04, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V032000 |
| Units affected: | 7,935 |
- Description:
- Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram ProMaster vehicles manufactured July 1, 2013, through December 10, 2013. In the affected vehicles, if the accelerator pedal is pushed downward at a certain angle, the pedal may get stuck in the wide open throttle position due to interference with the accelerator pedal stopper.
- Consequeces:
- A stuck accelerator pedal can result in uncontrolled acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal stopper with a larger one, free of charge. The recall is began on March 27, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P02. Note: These vehicles are equipped with a brake override system. In the event a pedal is trapped, pushing on the brake pedal will brake the vehicle and enable the driver to slow and stop and turn off the vehicle.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.